Our World Language Program introduces students to various languages, cultures, and peoples. Research shows that learning a foreign language in elementary school provides greater mental flexibility, creativity, divergent thinking skills, higher-order thinking skills, and improved listening and memory skills. Students are more open-minded and eager to learn about the world around them and enthusiastic about different cultures. This helps lead to a more positive attitude toward other countries and people of the world.
Preschool through 4th grade: Exploratory Spanish
The Exploratory Spanish Program is an introduction to the Spanish language. We work to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, basic reading and writing as well as an appreciation of Hispanic culture. A multi-sensory approach is employed to involve each student while covering basic vocabulary, Spanish pronunciation and culture.
Students in Preschool 4’s through Fourth grade attend Spanish once a week
Students in Preschool 4’s through Fourth grade attend Spanish once a week
5th Grade: Exploratory World Language
In Fifth grade, exploratory students are exposed to basic conversational vocabulary, customs, and traditions of French, German and Spanish speaking countries. Connections are often made to the students’ core curriculum. The knowledge and skills acquired in Exploratory French, German and Spanish provide students with a global awareness and interest in continued study of foreign language. Students in Fifth grade attend classes twice a week for 3 twelve-week sessions.
Jr. High: Spanish, French, or German
The 6th , 7th , and 8th grade World Language Program includes a choice of French, German and Spanish. Students are encouraged to study the language that most interests them and they continue one language for three years. Our program provides comprehensive instruction equivalent to Level I at secondary schools. Upon completion, qualified students are able to continue to Level II or Level III as they enter their freshman year in high school. Our program exposes students to foreign culture, cuisine, conversation, and grammar as the exciting activities, lessons, and field trips facilitate an environment rich in global diversity and a passport to lingual fluency
Our World Languages Team
Stefine Jarrell
SPANISH TEACHER |
Ana Berling
SPANISH TEACHER |
Carolyn Shockey
FRENCH TEACHER |
Lindsay Kearns
GERMAN TEACHER |
